DAY 5
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK –
BANDIPUR
Bandipur, a beautifully preserved village
crowning a lofty ridge above the main
road to Kathmandu, is a living museum
of Newari culture. (B)
DAY 6
BANDIPUR – POKHARA
A journey through spectacular scenery
takes you to the lakeside town of Pokhara.
In the old bazaar, visit one of its most
important shrines. Locally called
Bindhyabasini Mandir, this white dome-
like structure dominates a spacious stone-
paved courtyard built on a shady hillock.
The park-like grounds offer a fine picnic
area and, on Saturdays and Tuesdays,
when devotees flock there to offer
sacrifices, it takes on a festive flavour. (B)
DAY 7
POKHARA
Spend time visiting the spectacular Ki
Singh Bridge and the nearby Devi Falls
before moving on to a Tibetan refugee
village to discover the community’s
thriving textile and carpet industry. (B)
DAY 8
POKHARA – ANNAPURNA HIKE
Pokhara is the starting point for treks
into the stunning Annapurna mountain
range. Heading into the hills, hike from
Bhurungi Khola to Tikhedhunga, which
should take around five hours. (B)(L)(D)
DAY 9
ANNAPURNA HIKE
Take in stunning Himalayan views,
experience high passes and hike
through tiny hamlets from Tikhedhunga
to Ghorepani, a hike of around six hours.
(B)(L)(D)DAY 1 0
ANNAPURNA HIKE – POKHARA
Watch the sunrise over the Annapurna
Range. After a five-hour hike from
Ghorepani to Tadapani, head back to
Pokhara and enjoy a well-deserved drink
and a meal in a boutique restaurant. (B)(L)DAY 1 1
POKHARA – KATHMANDU
Fly back to Kathmandu and spend more
time discovering this diverse city. (B)DAY 1 2
KATHMANDU
Your journey to this fascinating and
enthralling country ends today. (B)AT A GLANCE12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS
★★★★
DEPARTS DailyTR AVEL ST YLE Tailor-madeHIGHLIGHTS
• The temples of Kathmandu
• Views of the mighty Himalayas
• Hiking the Annapurna Mountains
INCLUSIONS
11 nights’ accommodation, selected
meals, sightseeing as specified, services
of a private car and driver and local
English-speaking guides, three-day
Annapurna hike.FROM AU$2,350*/ NZ$2,580*
*Prices are per person, twin share, based on
low-season travel. Terms and conditions apply.wINTER ISSUE 2018 137CONCIERGE